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The French language is notorious for its many irregularities and exceptions to rules, especially when it comes to these irregular verbs.
You've been studying them, but how well do you really know these tricky French verbs in the present tense? Test your knowledge and find out which verbs could use some more practice.
How did you do? Check out our French Verb Guide for more help studying French grammar and show off your score in the comments below!
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Quiz Yourself: Are You An Expert In Irregular French Verbs?

The French language is notorious for its many irregularities and exceptions to rules, especially when it comes to these irregular verbs.
You've been studying them, but how well do you really know these tricky French verbs in the present tense? Test your knowledge and find out which verbs could use some more practice.
How did you do? Check out our French Verb Guide for more help studying French grammar and show off your score in the comments below!
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5 New Musicians Who Can Help You Improve Your Spanish

Listening to Spanish music is a fantastic way to improve your language skills! Here, Jamaica Plain, MA tutor Christopher S. shares 5 suggestions for famous new Spanish musicians to check out...
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There is a world of great Spanish music out there, and so much of it is by artist or bands we, Americans, have never even heard of. Much of this is due to geographic location, because it is quite likely that unless you're in Spain, you're not going to know the best and most recent artist beco

5 Common Italian Grammar Mistakes That Even Natives Make

Don't pick up any grammatical bad habits when visiting abroad. Below, Italian teacher Giulio G. shares 5 common Italian grammar mistakes natives often make...
Spending your vacation in Italy is amazing, both for the breathtaking landscapes and the opportunity to improve your Italian language skills.
When learning Italian through immersion, however, its necessary to know that even native speakers make some pronunciation and grammar mistakes.
It is extremely important to recognize th

15 Quotes That Will Make You Want to Travel to Spain

Traveling can be one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences of your life. If youre in the process of learning Spanish, why not travel to Spain to practice your skills? Adventuring to a Spanish-speaking country is a fantastic way to improve your Spanish speaking and listening comprehension skills. You'll also learn about the culture and how native speakers use the language daily. Below, we've rounded up some of the best travel quotes we've come across to help you get inspired!
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12 Japanese Holidays and Celebrations [Infographic]

From January through December, there are many ways to participate in Japans special occasions. So if you're taking Japanese lessons, make sure you get in on the fun! Mark your calendar, here are 12 Japanese holidays you should remember.
Ganjitsu - New Year's Day
January 1st
People around the world celebrate New Years Eve and New Year's Day. In Japan, many businesses remain closed until the 3rd, and there are all types of parties and traditions.
Japanese people view each year as a fre